I was delighted to be thinking about my career at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) during my latest podcast where I speak with Katie Butler. While I was there, Katie wore a number of hats at the EPA’s Office of Inspector General and was a skilled and effective leader. Post-EPA, Katie recently launched a new business -- The GeoLiteracy Project LLC. The GeoLiteracy Project’s mission is:

“We help environmental leaders optimize their programs and maximize their results. We advise on the best science, strategy, and management techniques to help you save the Earth faster." 

**UPDATE -- Katie is in a new position now as EPA Region 4 Director of Water Programs, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathlenebutler/

Here’s what I asked Katie to share with us (episode now archived!)

1. What led you to The GeoLiteracy Project?
2. How do you define “geo-literate”?
3. What should we know about the GeoLiteracy Project?
4. How did your EPA work influence the GeoLiteracy Project?
5. I know you’re a supporter of drone technology and the benefits it can provide. Drones are fun – and to my surprise -- bounce-back well from crashes (😊). Importantly, drone mapping and monitoring can provide highly valuable data and information.  What are your thoughts?
6. You just launched your company a few months ago.Can you share any perspective on what your clients are striving for?
7. I worked with you (Katie) for years on highly challenging, complex and difficult issues, and I know first-hand how confident clients should be in working with you. Anything else we should know about The GeoLiteracy Project?

StillLake McDonald - Glacier National Park, Montana